- New experience offers a social space that celebrates authentic encounters and world-class experiences
- Opening reinforces DIFC’s status as the city’s vibrant hotspot for homegrown dining and culture
- Open-air rooftop destination features ever-evolving line-up of concepts and pop-ups
Dubai, UAE;January 2026: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a key cultural and lifestyle hub in Dubai, has unveiled ROOFLINE, a new addition to the city’s dynamic social space. Aimed at celebrating homegrown dining and culture concepts, the limited-time open-air rooftop destination runs till 31 March 2026, offering visitors new ways to experience Dubai through one gate.
Located across the connecting podium levels between Gate District and Gate Avenue in DIFC, Roofline provides a seamless rooftop connection between two key precincts and a prime space to enjoy Dubai’s unique skyline and DIFC’s architecture. Designed as a community-led destination, ROOFLINE champions Dubai’s homegrown culinary and creative scene.
Participating concepts at the debut of ROOFLINE include; FLTR, blending 3D design with speciality coffee, the iconic reflective mirror café Uncommon, community club and café IYKYK, Karak House with its modern take on traditional Emirati favourites, Rascals known for its hand cut doughnuts, speciality coffee and desserts place Badou, luxury smash burger spot Beau Burger and more.
From 22 January to 15 February, ROOFLINE hosts live Arabic music and open-air cinema screenings every Thursday to Sunday across Gate Avenue, adding an elevated entertainment layer to the rooftop experience. Screenings take place at Gate Avenue 4, Index Tower, while live music performances animate Gate Avenue 1 near Beau Burger, opposite Peet’s Coffee, with timings varying by date.
Saleh Al Akrabi, Chief Real Estate Officer, Dubai International Financial Centre, said; “As one of Dubai’s most vibrant lifestyle destinations, DIFC has launched ‘ROOFLINE’ to capture the spirit of Dubai in one setting. By bringing together the city’s best homegrown dining and culinary concepts, we are creating a destination that celebrates local creativity and invites people to come together, discover something new and enjoy great experiences, all in the heart of DIFC.”
Offering an elevated after-work and weekend experience for residents and visitors to Dubai, as well as DIFC professionals, the open-air rooftop space has a modern urban feel balancing dining, culture and social connection. Mini activations, pop-ups and curated entertainment are set to keep visitors enthralled throughout the season.
Roofline will also host a special Ramadan exhibition by Curated Playlist from 16 February to 8 March 2026, bringing immersive pop-up experiences that blend fashion, culture and music.
DIFC’s growing portfolio of homegrown and independent brands draws discerning visitors seeking after work and weekend dining options in a culturally rich and vibrant setting. With the opening of ROOFLINE, visitors to the venue can now discover more at Dubai International Financial Centre, where every experience begins at the Gate.
DIFC is easily accessible by Dubai Metro with the Financial Centre Metro Station a 3-minute walk away.
About Dubai International Financial Centre:
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world’s most advanced financial centres, and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), which comprises 77 countries with an approximate population of 3.8bn and an estimated GDP of USD 11.2trn. With a 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across the MEASA region, the Centre connects these fast-growing markets with the economies of Asia, Europe, and the Americas through Dubai.
DIFC is home to an internationally recognised, independent regulator and a proven judicial system with an English common law framework, as well as the region’s largest financial ecosystem of 48,000 professionals working across over 8,000 active registered companies – making up the largest and most diverse pool of industry talent in the region.
The Centre’s vision is to drive the future of finance through cutting-edge technology, innovation, and partnerships. Today, it is the global future of finance and innovation hub offering one of the region’s most comprehensive AI, FinTech and venture capital environments, including cost-effective licensing solutions, fit-for-purpose regulation, innovative accelerator programmes, and funding for growth-stage start-ups.
Comprising a variety of world-renowned retail and dining venues, a dynamic art and culture scene, residential apartments, hotels, and public spaces, DIFC continues to be one of Dubai’s most sought-after business and lifestyle destinations.
